Take Note
Take Note is a ninety-second weekly dive into music history where we choose topics based on music’s intersection with national and international cultural celebrations. Highlighting diverse topics within the history of music, Take Note aims to promote inclusivity in the world of classical music. Each Take Note episode has its own focus whether fun or educational so that listeners from all backgrounds will find something to enjoy from week to week. From holidays like Cinco de Mayo and the 4th of July to World Day of Social Justice and National Eisteddfod, Take Note covers a breadth of topics displaying the many roles music plays in our world.
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Episodes
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Wednesday May 10, 2023
In this episode we explore Jewish music and the impact it has had on American Culture in honor of Jewish Heritage Month. As aired on KBACH on May 9th.
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
In this episode we are celebrating Cinco de Mayo, exploring the elements of culture that create the music we enjoy on this holiday. As aired on KBACH on May 2nd.
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Arab American Heritage by recognizing the contributions and achievements of Arab Americans in the United States and diving into the musical culture by exploring traditional instruments. As aired on KBACH on April 25th.
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Diversity Month, which was established to honor and recognize the differences of humanity, by exploring eastern classical music and the instruments used for those works. As aired on KBACH on April 18th.
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Day of Silence which was created as a mission to turn attention to the discrimination and bullying faced by members of the LGBTQ community. As aired on KBACH on April 11th.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Deaf History Month by exploring deaf composers of Western Art Music and learning more about what it means to be a deaf musician. As aired on KBACH on April 4th.
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
In this episode we celebrate International Day of Transgender visibility by acknowledging the individuals who made their voices heard through their music. As aired on KBACH on March 28th.
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Irish American Heritage and how it has a large influence on American culture through music. As aired on KBACH on March 21st.
Wednesday Mar 15, 2023
Wednesday Mar 15, 2023
In this episode we celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing the women who paved the way for gender inclusion in Western Art Music institutions. As aired on KBACH on March 14th.
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
Wednesday Mar 08, 2023
In this episode we celebrate International Women’s Day by recognizing the women who paved the way for gender inclusion in Western Art Music institutions. As aired on KBACH on March 7th.